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La Alcantarilla |
Ronda, Andalucia, Spain |
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An Andalucian idyll in the heart of the soaring Serrania de Ronda mountains, Alcantarilla is a villa in Andalucia which offers space, style and peace of mind. A converted Spanish farmhouse that has served the rolling smallholding for centuries, it now combines comfort with history. The luxury three-bedroom farmhouse has been renovated to the highest standards and feels spacious, as well as cosy. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| House / Villa |
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Property Setting:
| Village / Rural |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Night life / City Break / Family / Sports & activity / Culture |
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Bedrooms:
| 3 |
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Guests:
| 6 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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Preserving all of its original features - from the pantile roofs and doors to the ancient Moorish aquaduct that still functions to this day - there is very much a sense that you are treading on hallowed land. And indeed you are, for this winding valley was once populated by the Romans and later became the frontier between Arabic and Christian Europe, with fortresses lining its river and a famous battle taking place in the 15th century near the house. Only ten minutes from Ronda in a quiet, sleepy corner of the beautiful Llano de la Cruz valley there are stunning views towards distant shimmering mountains and 5 acres of terraced fields, orchards and formal gardens to explore. Encircled by two streams (the Guadalcobacin reaching sea at Sotogrande), the farm is verdant throughout the year and the sound of water is ever present. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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Ronda boasts Andalucia's best collection of restaurants and is also home to one of the best-preserved ancient Arabic cores in the world, with a warren of tiny passageways leading to former Moorish palaces and private homes. On top of that is the much fabled tajo, or gorge. Ronda has a good selection of shops and entertainment in the form of theatre, flamenco and, even opera. Also nearby are the fascinating white-walled mountain towns of Setenil de las Bodegas and Grazalema. Further afield - each around an-hour-and-a-half by car - are the majestic Imperial cities of Seville, Granada, Cordoba, Jerez and Malaga. Walks go straight from the door, with half a dozen itineraries already mapped out for guests, while some of Spain's best hikes through the Sierra de las Nieves and Grazalema national parks begin less than half an hour away by car. Mountain bikes can be hired and other local entertainment includes ballooning, quad-biking and riding. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| This villa in Andalucia can be found in the sleepy, rural Llano de la Cruz between Ronda and nearby Arriate, ten minutes away. Both Sevilla and Jerez airports are an hour and a half away, while Malaga airport can be reached in an hour and a quarter. |
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Nearest airports:
| Ronda 10 minutes |
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Nearest train station:
| Ronda 10 minutes |
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Nearest ferry terminal:
| Malaga |
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Car Hire:
| Advised |
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Nearest restaurant:
| Arriate (15 mins walk) |
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Nearest beach:
| 80 mins drive |
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Nearest shop:
| Arriate (15 mins walk) |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Name |
Jon Chidgey |
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Contact Phone No. |
+34 665 787 191 / +34 951 166 060 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Art & Craft / Birdwatching / Cooking / Cycling / Golf within 30km / Horse Riding / Therapies / Walking
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Interior Facilities |
Dishwasher / DVD player / Linen provided / Log Fire / Television / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
Entering through their own private patio, guests arrive in the large, well-appointed kitchen with its own corner dining area. It is well equipped and includes a washing machine and dishwasher. From here through an ancient arched doorway we enter the main sitting area, which with its large sofas and natural, pure wool rugs. A television is provided with both satellite and DVD player. A large library of DVDs and books are in a bookshelf. There is a second sitting area, which doubles as a sitting or games room leading out through French windows to a large cushioned area. Upstairs are three double bedrooms, one with a double bed and the others with twins. There is a log burning stove and optional central heating. All sheets are 100 per cent cotton and towels, soaps and shampoos are provided. The stylish bathroom, a sort of wetroom with Italian Travetine marble, has a large bath and shower.
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Exterior Facilities |
BBQ / Garden / Garden Furniture / Parking / Swimming Pool / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
Outside, guests have the use of two private terraces, one a classic patio andaluz, full of cooling water features, ancient centenario olive trees and a pergola, bedecked in jasmine, honeysuckle and roses. A complete escape, in one corner is a private dining and bbq area, under the shade of vines and with spectacular views across to the Grazalema national park and the dramatic backdrop of Ronda. On top of this, for variety, right by the house - in total shade during the heat of the summer - there is another smaller patio full of roses and a collection of ancient Moroccan pots. And just a short walk away down an avenue of almond trees and across an old stone bridge is, of course, a stunning 13-metre spring-fed 'alberca-style' pool to unwind and cool down after a day's sightseeing in nearby Ronda, or further afield in Sevilla, Malaga or Jerez.
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Further Details |
Functioning as a home for its owners, who live next door, throughout the year there is an abundance of fruit and vegetables, all of which are available on request. The owners can organise a local fruit and vegetable box, as well as freshly prepared meals delivered to the house. They can also arrange babysitting, massages, horse-riding, vineyard tours and many other activities. Please ask for details. By arrangement, portraits in either watercolour or oil can be painted by owner Gabriella during your stay. While you are just ten minutes to Ronda by car, you are only 15 minutes walk to Arriate, one of the friendliest white-villages of the Serrania de Ronda. Well provided for with a good butcher, greengrocers and supermarkets, it also counts three or four excellent tapas bars, including the atmospheric Almacen, whose owners like to experiment with what is known in Spain as 'cocina creativa' or creative cooking.
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Conditions of
Rental |
Deposit of 40% is to be made on booking this villa in Andalucia. Upon receipt of the deposit, we will send you a reservation confirmation. The balance must be paid at least 2 weeks before arrival. Please contact us about renting for long weekends or shorter stays - minimum two days.
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Other Information |
Babysitting available / Child Friendly / Cook available / Short breaks available
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What visitors have said about La Alcantarilla |
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Thank you for such a fabulous stay... you´ve got us seriously thinking of moving out to Ronda...we had a very special holiday. It was great to visit your wonderful home and meet your lovely daughter Maia...
Charlie and Mercy Sword, London, Apr 2008 
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